The sunny British murder-mystery – a buttoned-up detective solving crimes on a Caribbean island – is filmed where it is set, on the gorgeous French island of Guadeloupe.
Where was Death in Paradise filmed?
Death in Paradise was filmed on the island of Guadeloupe, in the French Caribbean.
Every Death in Paradise location, explained
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Saint Marie – Guadeloupe
The fictional island of Saint Marie used the real island of Guadeloupe.
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The village – Deshaies
The main town used the seaside village of Deshaies, Guadeloupe.
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The beaches – Guadeloupe
The sun-drenched scenes used the beaches of Guadeloupe.
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A Caribbean idyll
The show is steeped in the beauty of the French Caribbean.
Planning a visit
Guadeloupe – the show’s real island – is a beautiful, accessible Caribbean destination.
Death in Paradise Fun Facts
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Filmed in Guadeloupe The Caribbean island of Saint Marie is really Guadeloupe.
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A sunny mystery The show blends murder-mystery with tropical beauty.
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Changing detectives The lead detective has changed several times over the years.
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A fish out of water Each detective is a very British outsider in paradise.
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A long-running hit The show has become a beloved staple of British television.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Death in Paradise filmed?
On the island of Guadeloupe, in the French Caribbean.
Is Saint Marie a real island?
No – it’s fictional, filmed on Guadeloupe.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Guadeloupe is a beautiful, accessible island.
What is it about?
A British detective solving murders on a Caribbean island.
When did it start?
2011.
